Napoli v Manchester: doubts over keeper and left-back | OneFootball

Important updates are coming from Manchester regarding Napoli’s likely lineup ahead of tomorrow night’s clash against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, valid for the first matchday of the Champions League group stage. Sky Sport’s correspondent, Gianluigi Bagnulo, has reported the latest indications gathered from the Azzurri camp, starting with some good news on the goalkeeper front.

Conte prepares for the City clash: Hojlund favored over Lucca, today’s press conference with Di Lorenzo

Alex Meret, who was sidelined in recent days due to muscle fatigue, has been training regularly with the group since yesterday. His presence was met with enthusiasm, but the competition with Vanja Milinkovic-Savic remains open; if chosen by Conte, he would be ready to guard the goal in a match of great prestige. There is another doubt on the left flank, where Mathías Olivera and Leonardo Spinazzola are vying for a starting spot, while in attack the young Rasmus Hojlund appears to have a clear advantage over Lorenzo Lucca. For the rest, the lineup should mirror the one seen against Fiorentina, signaling continuity in the coach’s choices.

This morning, as reported by the correspondent, Antonio Conte addressed the group during the training session: lots of smiles, great focus, and a positive approach ahead of an appointment that represents not only a European debut, but also a test of maturity for the team. During the day, Conte will speak at a press conference from the Etihad Stadium, accompanied by captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo, to officially present the match and share the latest feelings just hours before kickoff.

Andrea Alati

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